Sri Lanka History: The Origins, Early Settlements, The Society, Ethnic Groups, Economy, Government, Tourism

by Uzo Marvin

Sri Lanka's historical and cultural heritage covers more than 2,000 years. Known as Lanka--the "resplendent land"--in the ancient Indian epic Ramayana, the island has numerous other references that testify to the island's natural beauty and wealth. Islamic folklore maintains that Adam and Eve were offered refuge on the island as solace for their expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Asian poets, noting the geographical location of the island and lauding...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1530459176
• ISBN13: 9781530459179
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"